Owned an excellent frame with scoring ability, highlighted by a heavy shot. Possessed a defensive conscience, too. With soft hands, he was also excellent in the face-off dot. Played with poise and made his linemates better. Despite his impressive size, he was not an intimidating force and rarely used his big frame for physicality. Lacked a bit of quickness for the NHL. Was better suited to being a No. 2 pivot than a full-fledged first liner. | |
Long Range Potential: | Sound two-way center. |
League | Honor | Description |
NCAA | Frozen Four All-Tournament Team | 2004-05 |
WCHA | All-Rookie Team | 2004-05 |